Christina
Christina
How to tell a loved one about our gambling problem w/ Jody Bechtold
How to tell a loved one about our gambling problem w/ Jody Bechtold
How to tell a loved one about our gambling problem w/ Jody Bechtold
Wednesday 1st March 2023
Christina and Jody Bechtold discuss sharing your gambling struggles with loved ones and the importance of support on The Broke Girl Society Podcast.
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Sobriety Toolkit
Financial Health in Recovery
Family Recovery from Addiction
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
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Get the buttons here!Opening Up: Sharing Your Gambling Struggles with Loved Ones with Jody Bechtold
There's no rush to any of this right, but the key is to really having that awareness and that understanding, sometimes being able to say to a partner: you know I'm going to get better, I'm going to get well, and I hope you come along for the journey too.
Ever found yourself wrestling with the thought of revealing your gambling problem to someone close? It’s a tough spot to be in, and that’s exactly what this episode of 'The Broke Girl Society' dives into. Christina sits down with Jody Bechtold, a seasoned gambling harm clinician and CEO of The Better Institute, to unpack the emotional and practical aspects of this delicate conversation. Jody shares her expert advice on approaching your spouse, partner, or family member with honesty and vulnerability.
The episode doesn’t shy away from the hard stuff - the stigma, the fear of judgment, and the potential fallout. But it also shines a light on the importance of support systems, addressing abandonment issues, and understanding codependency in addiction. Whether you’re looking for guidance on how to start the conversation or seeking resources to aid in recovery, this episode is packed with valuable insights.
Tune in for a heartfelt discussion that aims to make these challenging conversations a bit more manageable.